Superbia Collection

I sette vizi capitale (The seven main sins). Creator: Fabbi, Fabio (1861-1946)
I sette vizi capitale (The seven main sins). Found in the Collection of the Museo Ottocento Bologna

Death standing on a sarcophagus where the dead Pope and the Emperor lie, detail from the Triumph of Death
2655029 Death standing on a sarcophagus where the dead Pope and the Emperor lie, detail from the Triumph of Death and Dance of Death, 1485 (fresco) by Borlone de Buschis

Avarice and Pride, detail, 1485 (fresco)
2655027 Avarice and Pride, detail, 1485 (fresco) by Borlone de Buschis, Giacomo (fl.1462-1485); Oratorio dei Disciplini, Clusone, Bergamo, Italy; (add.info.: Clusone, Oratory of Disciplini or St)

Humility sending away Pride, 1734 (fresco)
5949116 Humility sending away Pride, 1734 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Loschi Motterle, Vicenza, Veneto

Death standing on a sarcophagus where the dead Pope and the Emperor lie, detail from the Triumph of Death
2655019 Death standing on a sarcophagus where the dead Pope and the Emperor lie, detail from the Triumph of Death and Dance of Death, 1485 (fresco) by Borlone de Buschis

Humility sending away Pride, 1734 (fresco)
5949115 Humility sending away Pride, 1734 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Loschi Motterle, Vicenza, Veneto

Death standing on a sarcophagus where the dead Pope and the Emperor lie, detail from the Triumph of Death
2655014 Death standing on a sarcophagus where the dead Pope and the Emperor lie, detail from the Triumph of Death and Dance of Death, 1485 (fresco) by Borlone de Buschis

Purgatorio, Canto 11 : The souls of the prideful, bearing heavy stones
GIA745657 Purgatorio, Canto 11 : The souls of the prideful, bearing heavy stones, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore

Purgatorio, Canto 10 : The marble sculptures portraying pride
GIA745658 Purgatorio, Canto 10 : The marble sculptures portraying pride, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore

Allegory honor Premium vertutisque honoris title
Allegory of the honor Premium vertutisque honoris (title on object), Allegory of honor with a putto with a laurel wreath, a palm branch and an olive branch in hand

Pride Superbia series Seven Deadly Sins 1558
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Pride Superbia Seven Deadly Sins 1558 Engraving
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Pride (Superbia), Edouard Taurel, Franco Estius, 1834 - 1880

Pride Superbia, Jacob Matham, Franco Estius, Claes Jansz. Visscher II, 1593

Pride, Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, unknown, 1558

Lust, Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, unknown, 1558

Believe, print maker: Zacharias Dolendo, Jacob de Gheyn II, c. 1596 - c. 1597

Pride (Superbia), Zacharias Dolendo, Jacob de Gheyn II, Hugo Grotius or Hugo de Groot, c. 1596 - c. 1597

Negative emotions have an influence on humans, Philips Galle, 1563

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"Superbia: The Haunting Tale of Pride and its Consequences" In the depths of Hell, a vivid fresco from c. 1394 reveals the intricate details of the sin known as superbia - pride. Death stands tall on a sarcophagus, where both the dead Pope and Emperor lie, reminding us that even those in power are not exempt from its grasp. This theme is further explored in another fresco from 1485 titled "The Triumph of Death and Dance of Death, " where Avarice and Pride take center stage. However, amidst this darkness, there is a glimmer of hope portrayed in an exquisite fresco from 1734. Humility emerges to send away Pride, symbolizing our ability to overcome this destructive force within ourselves. As we delve deeper into Dante's Purgatorio through Canto 11 and Canto 10, we witness the souls burdened by their pride carrying heavy stones while marble sculptures depict their arrogance for eternity. These powerful images serve as cautionary tales about the perils of excessive self-importance. The allegory "Honor Premium Vertutisque Honoris Title" sheds light on how pride can tarnish even the most honorable titles or achievements. It serves as a reminder that true honor lies not in boasting but in humility. A significant representation comes forth with "Pride Superbia Series Seven Deadly Sins 1558 Engraving. " This artwork captures the essence among other deadly sins, emphasizing its prominence among human vices. Through these captivating artworks spanning centuries, we are reminded that pride has been an enduring flaw throughout history. Its consequences are dire; it blinds us to our own faults and distances us from others' empathy. Let these visual narratives be a warning against succumbing to hubris and inspire us towards cultivating humility instead – for it is only then that we can truly rise above our flaws and find redemption.